Greek Revival Style Home
English
born The Greek Revival Style Home became well known by Benjamin Henry Latrobe, America's first fully trained
architect. Latrobe was well noted for his renditions as well as his work in the additions of the United State
Capitol and White House.
In
the early nineteenth century Greek
Revival took New England and later the Midwest by storm. Its gabled
front facade is the most prominent feature of this style, although
some homes can be much more
ornate than others.
Common
Greek Revival features may include:
Rectangular
Shape with Gable Front
Large
Triangular Pediment
Ionic,
Doric, and Corinthian Columns and Pilasters
Sidelights
and Transom at Entry
Cornices
and Dentils
Louisiana's
Plantation Homes: The Grace and Grandeur
http://www.bc.edu/bc_org/avp/cas/fnart/fa267/greekrev.html
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